Daybeds are generally used for sleeping during the daytime (as the name suggests). However, daybeds also differ from standard beds in that daybeds are commonly used as a sofa, making them ideal for use in living rooms, family rooms, dens, and bedrooms. However, because of this rather thin definition, many may still confuse a daybed with a Futon. Daybeds generally do not transform from couch to bed like a futon, and are more decorative than a futon as well, utilizing accessories such as covers, skirts, throw pillows, and comforters.

Most of the daybeds though require the use of twin sized mattresses and there are likewise those which come together with the pop up trundles. This feature nonetheless converts a single bed into somewhat a king-sized bed. But if your room has a very minimal space, then you may go for the daybed with drawer trundles.

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When considering choosing a full size daybed, you will discover that there are many other things to take into consideration, thereby making the decision process a more difficult one. Before you buy anything, you should make sure that the bed and the other items or furniture in the room blends together to give the room a befitting look. The bed should blend with the size and color of things, like carpet or hardwoods, wallpaper or paint, storage containers or custom shelving. But, your final choice on what daybed you get will all depend on the dimensions of the room, and sometimes you have to choose between traditional beds and daybeds. Note that daybeds are suitable for rooms with smaller spaces, unlike traditional beds that come in different styles and sizes.

Standard Daybeds are available in a number of styles, and can feature trundle bed additions. Even though they do not convert from a couch to a sleeper like a futon, the one thing all standard daybeds have in common is that they are adaptable. They can be made to appear like a couch while functioning as a primary or additional sleeping space. Canopy daybeds are usually easy to spot from the four posts it has on its corners. This is a popular choice for children or teens because of the charming and romantic feel it exudes.